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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir

The 43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival took place in İzmir's Selçuk district, drawing 120 camels from across Turkey. Despite the cold, large crowds enjoyed the matches, local products, and folk music performances at the event, which celebrated the tradition of camel wrestling.

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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir

Camels, led by their owners, paraded in the area before engaging in matches.

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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir

The crowd was energized by the chants of the announcer, and some citizens accompanied the folk songs played with drums and pipes.

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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir

Stalls were set up selling camel sausages, local agricultural products, and handicrafts.

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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir

Spectators also enjoyed picnicking during the event.

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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir
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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir
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43rd Efes Selçuk Camel Wrestling Festival draws crowds in İzmir